Prepare the meat sauce: In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat. Add the diced onion and garlic and cook until softened. Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Make the béchamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and nutmeg.
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
Assemble the lasagna: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer with lasagna noodles, meat sauce, béchamel sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through.
Let the lasagna rest for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve warm.
The lasagna was good. The taste was ok, but it wasn't the best I have ever had. I followed the recipe to the T. Maybe it needed some more seasoning. It's still a good recipe that I would consider trying again.
This lasagna is pure comfort food! It was exactly what I was looking for. The flavors are amazing, and the texture is perfect. It was easy to follow, and my husband and kids loved it. I even added some zucchini to the layers to sneak in some veggies!
This is a classic lasagna recipe done right! The combination of the meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese is just perfection. The resting time is key; don't skip it! My whole family loved it, even the picky eaters.
Great recipe overall! The lasagna was delicious and tasted amazing. I did make a few modifications: I used a different type of cheese for the top, but followed the rest of the recipe. I'll be making this recipe again, for sure.
This lasagna was absolutely incredible! The meat sauce was rich and flavorful, and the béchamel was perfectly creamy. My family devoured it, and it's now a new favorite for family dinners. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfect. Highly recommend!
